Columbia County bids, RFPs and contracts
OregonPop. 54,091 · columbiacountyor.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 7, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 132
- Contracts
- 1,169
- 540 vendors
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Columbia County's meetings, most in capital projects and equipment. The latest, from Oct 7: The board exempted MedTrust LLC dba MedHealth's jail medical and mental health services contract from screening and selection rules so service can continue. The existing contract was effective November 20, 2023 and expires November 30, 2026; the county wants a one-year extension through November 30, 2027 while it finishes an in-house feasibility analysis and, if needed, prepares an RFP. This is useful incumbent-follow-on timing for a vendor tied to jail health services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Medtrust LLC Dba Medhealth (Medtrust) for columbia County Extends Jail Health Services Contract (Oct 2026) and Oregonians for Floodplain Protection for county Approves $10,000 Floodplain Protection Donation ($10,000, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Columbia County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Columbia County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Columbia County buys from, taken from council records. 1,169 contracts with 540 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Columbia County.
Questions about Columbia County
How do I become an approved vendor for Columbia County?
Columbia County currently works with 540 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, LEGAL, FOOD_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 48 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Columbia County?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Columbia County include Columbia County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Columbia County Commissioners Approve Grants, Fire Restructuring, Zoning, and Columbia County Approves FY26 Strategic Investment Program Payments, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Columbia County publish RFPs?
Columbia County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 132 solicitations from Columbia County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Columbia County?
At Columbia County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Assessor, Public Works, Health, Community Development, and Solid Waste. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 48 decision-makers at Columbia County.
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What does Columbia County spend the most on?
Based on 919 tracked contracts, Columbia County spends most on Capital Projects (556), Public Works (148), Environmental Services (99), Public Updates (59), and Grants (57). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, LEGAL, FOOD_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Columbia County's current vendors?
Columbia County currently works with vendors including MEDTRUST LLC DBA MEDHEALTH (MEDTRUST), OREGONIANS FOR FLOODPLAIN PROTECTION, UNITED WAY OF COLUMBIA COUNTY, VAN NESS FELDMAN LLP, COLUMBIA FOOD BANK, COTUMBIA COMMUNITY BROADBAND CORPORATION, SAILPOINT, LEASE SERVICING CENTER INC DBA NCL GOVERNMENT CAPITAL, STATE OF OREGON, and WASTE CONNECTIONS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, LEGAL, FOOD_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Columbia County working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, Columbia County is actively discussing: Columbia County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Columbia County Commissioners Approve Grants, Fire Restructuring, Zoning, Columbia County Approves FY26 Strategic Investment Program Payments, Columbia County Allocates Funds for Community Resource Booklet, and Columbia County Commissioners Address Data Center & Public Concerns. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Columbia County have?
Columbia County currently has 132 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (556), Public Works (148), and Environmental Services (99). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OR's state portal, and other sources.